In a poignant tribute to the 18,457 children killed in Gaza between October 2023 and July 2025, American artist Phil Buehler has unveiled his latest mural, "Wall of Tears", on the streets of Brooklyn. The massive installation, measuring 50 feet long and 10 feet tall, lists the names of these young lives lost, based on data from the Gaza health ministry.
Standing out against the city's concrete landscape is a striking sand-coloured mural that stretches along a significant section of the block, adorned with waterproof and UV-coated vinyl. The Wall of Tears not only pays tribute to those who have been taken away but also serves as an emotional reminder of their stories and lives.
The artist worked closely with his collaborator at Radio Free Brooklyn on this project, reflecting on how he hopes it can bring attention to the scale of these children's deaths. Buehler expressed that seeing people empathize with the families who have lost loved ones is what drives him in creating this piece.
A separate audio element accompanies "The Voice of Hind Rajab", a film by Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania which tells the story of 5-year-old Hind, whose life was cut short during an Israeli tank attack. The film has been nominated for an Oscar in its category.
Despite attempts to divide public opinion on this tragic issue, Buehler remains resolute that it is crucial for open dialogue and understanding. In a recent interview with the media, he explained how he works closely with both Palestinian and Jewish friends to avoid any misconceptions about opposing war as antisemitic.
Standing out against the city's concrete landscape is a striking sand-coloured mural that stretches along a significant section of the block, adorned with waterproof and UV-coated vinyl. The Wall of Tears not only pays tribute to those who have been taken away but also serves as an emotional reminder of their stories and lives.
The artist worked closely with his collaborator at Radio Free Brooklyn on this project, reflecting on how he hopes it can bring attention to the scale of these children's deaths. Buehler expressed that seeing people empathize with the families who have lost loved ones is what drives him in creating this piece.
A separate audio element accompanies "The Voice of Hind Rajab", a film by Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania which tells the story of 5-year-old Hind, whose life was cut short during an Israeli tank attack. The film has been nominated for an Oscar in its category.
Despite attempts to divide public opinion on this tragic issue, Buehler remains resolute that it is crucial for open dialogue and understanding. In a recent interview with the media, he explained how he works closely with both Palestinian and Jewish friends to avoid any misconceptions about opposing war as antisemitic.
! It's such a powerful way to honor the memories of those innocent kids who lost their lives in Gaza 
. I mean, can you imagine seeing your child's name on a 50ft long wall? 
It gives me chills just thinking about it.
. And I'm so down for artists like Phil using their platforms to bring attention to important issues #ArtForACause, #GazaPeace #HumanityMatters 
I feel like this mural is actually a beautiful reminder of the humanity in all of us... it's not just about the tragedy that happened but also the lives that were lost. Phil Buehler, the artist, seems really passionate about bringing people together and having open conversations about sensitive topics. 
I think that's what we need more of - understanding and empathy 
I mean, isn't it amazing how art can bring attention to some of the darkest topics? Like, who needs politics when you have a 50-foot long wall of names in Brooklyn? 
It's not like it's just another example of "art saves the world" or something. But hey, if Phil Buehler is good at his job, then maybe we can actually start having some real conversations about what's going on in Gaza. I mean, it's not like we're just gonna put this up and forget about it... oh wait, that's exactly what we do with most things, isn't it? 
I'm so moved by this mural in Brooklyn... it's just heartbreaking to think about those 18k+ kids who lost their lives in Gaza 
. It's amazing how art can be used for something so powerful and emotional, like Phil Buehler's "Wall of Tears" 
. The addition of the audio element and film nomination for Kaouther Ben Hania's "The Voice of Hind Rajab" is just incredible 
. I think this mural can be a game-changer in sparking conversations about peace, empathy, and understanding between communities 
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... i love how he's workin closely with his community to make sure this art piece doesn't perpetuate hate or division 
... now if we can just get the world to listen and care as much as phil is makin us care 
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. I love how Phil Buehler worked with Radio Free Brooklyn to make sure his piece was accurate and respectful 
. And can we talk about Kaouther Ben Hania's film "The Voice of Hind Rajab" for a sec? It's amazing that it's even nominated for an Oscar 
! What I'd love to see more of is how the conversation around this issue keeps going in our online spaces 
... are people actually engaging with each other and sharing their own stories or perspectives? That's what can really make a difference 
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idk how much more attention we need but i guess that's why he created "The Wall of Tears" to raise awareness 
. I mean, don't get me wrong, it's a beautiful piece and all that jazz, but can't we just have a respectful conversation about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict without relying on a massive mural? 
Did u know that in 2023 alone, Gaza experienced an average of 2,357 child casualties, mostly due to airstrikes 
and a staggering 85% of Palestinian children live without basic necessities like healthcare & education 
The way it stands out against the city's concrete landscape is hauntingly beautiful, and I can only imagine how emotional it must be to walk by every day and see those names 
the fact that he worked with his collab from radio free brooklyn to get this project just right is everything 
and can we talk about how powerful it is that he's focusing on open dialogue & understanding instead of stirring up hate or division 
. I mean, I love a good mural as much as the next person, but this is about so much more than just art - it's about empathy and understanding 
As an artist himself, I'm in awe of his dedication to sharing the stories of these innocent lives lost. I love how he collaborated with Radio Free Brooklyn on this – it shows that art can be such a powerful tool for raising awareness about social issues 
. And I'm with Phil on this – dialogue is key! It's so easy to get caught up in the heat of the moment & let our emotions get the best of us, but it's conversations like these that can bring people together 
️ and I gotta say it's giving me all the feels 
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, then I'm all for it